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CAD Drafter/Designer

Port Townsend, United States

Company Overview

ACI Boats is Washington's leader in aluminum boat building. Founded on generations of experience, we pride ourselves in innovative and proven hull designs. Seamlessly blending commercial durability with recreational amenities, ACI Boats stand out amongst the rest. We have been in business for 10 years, and we’re well-positioned and growing quickly.

CAD Drafter/Designer

As our CAD Drafter/Designer you will provide design expertise and support for our production team. This position plays a key role in creating and modifying 2D and 3D drawings, documenting non-conformance, improving shop processes, and troubleshooting boatbuilding issues.

JOB TASKS

  • Create, modify and organize 2D drawings and 3D models for use by production staff to accurately build boats using reliable information
  • Interface with regulatory bodies (USCG, ABYC) to ensure designs meet applicable codes and inspection criteria
  • Assist with cut files
  • Maintain clear documentation throughout project lifecycle, including as-built updates and system operation manuals
  • Ensure non-conformance is logged throughout the build, and apply to future builds
  • Provide technical support to production staff to troubleshoot and resolve boatbuilding issues
  • Evaluate and improve on shop processes & procedures with construction standards and templates
  • Track and meet Engineering deliverables to support production, purchasing, and first-time quality
  • Occasionally work directly with clients

Skills & Qualifications

Proficient in CAD software Rhino and Mastercam

Technical training or certifications in marine design, boatbuilding or manufacturing strongly preferred

Experience in marine construction methods and boatbuilding processes

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Comfortable working independently as well as collaborating across departments

Work Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment, which can subject workers to loud levels of noise, fumes, debris, tripping hazards and sharp metal edges. Personal protective equipment will be provided, but you are responsible for ensuring that the equipment is properly used and for being aware of your surroundings.

Pay Rate

$25 - $42/hr

*Starting pay often falls between entry rate and mid-point for new hires and is based upon specific skills and experience

Benefits

  • Health Benefits
  • PTO, Sick, Holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Technical and professional training
  • Tool Allowance

Armstrong Consolidated, LLC Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Armstrong Consolidated, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $42.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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